Stop Your Hangover in Its Tracks With This Activated Charcoal Margarita

One tequila, two tequila, three tequila -- you know where we're going with this. If humankind weren't intended to suffer from post-margarita rampage hangovers, then why, pray tell, are margaritas so damn good? We honestly don't know, but what we do know is that this activated charcoal margarita by DrinksMadeEasy might be a revelation for you, dear agave enthusiast. Word on the street has it that charcoal eases hangover-induced doom, so why not drink it with your cocktail, right? If nothing else, you should do it for science.

Activated Charcoal Margarita

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Directions:

To make the lemon simple syrup:

In a small or medium saucepan, combine the peels of 1 washed lemon with 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup of water. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then remove it from heat. Let cool, strain out the solids, and store the liquid in a Mason jar or other sealable vessel.